Your Guide to Denver’s Best Halloween Events and Happenings

The air has taken on a crisp chill, the leaves are painting Denver in shades of gold and crimson, and the city is brimming with an eerie kind of excitement. October in the Mile High feels alive with possibility — from the cozy comfort of pumpkin-spiced lattes and flickering candlelit nights to haunted houses, ghost tours, and costume parties that promise hair-raising thrills.

Beyond the costumes and candy, this season is also the perfect time to step out and support the local businesses, creatives, and community events that make Denver’s Halloween scene so unique. Whether you’re chasing autumn nostalgia or ready to lean into the spooky season, these happenings are sure to spark your festive spirit while keeping it local.

Poka luna

When: October 1  at 12 p.m. through October 31 ending at 11:30 p.m.

Where: Poka Lola Social Club, 1850 Wazee St., Denver 

The Deets: Poka Lola Social Club honors spooky season with events throughout October. The celebrations including a Bewitched Bazaar, a Butterfly Coffin Workshop and more.

Stay up to date with Poka Luna’s lineup this spooky season for more opportunities to get your witchiness on.

Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns 

When: September 19 – November 2nd (Thursday – Sunday)

Where: The Hudson Gardens – 6115 South Santa Fe Dr Littleton, CO 80120

The Deets: The Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns delights all ages on a glowing trail of thousands of magnificent, hand-carved pumpkins.

Denver Oddities and Curiosities Expo

When: October 4-5

Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver

The Deets: The Denver Oddities and Curiosities Expo is back for another year. The expo boasts items of the most creepy and peculiar. Vendors offer everything from taxidermy to funeral collectibles. Tickets are $12.85.

The Nightmare Bar

Photo Courtesy of The Church Nightclub

When: October 3 – November 2

Where: The Church Nightclub, 1160 Lincoln St., Denver

The Deets: Sip some horrifyingly good cocktails at The Nightmare Bar at The Church Nightclub. You can take part in spooky games, experience ghouls and view Halloween-themed films. Costumes are heavily encouraged to add to the haunting atmosphere.

Spookadelia: Unspoken

When: Starting October 4 at 6 p.m.

Where: Spectra Art Space, 1836 S. Broadway, Denver

The Deets: Get psychedelic with Spectra Art Space’s Spookadelia: Unspoken. The immersive exhibition pulls you into a world of magic and wonder through spellbinding technology and art. The opening night party features tarot reading, bites from Voodoo Doughnut, goodie bags and a dive into the new installation. Tickets start at $15.

Denver Sketchers Hot Chocolate Run

When: October 5, 7 a.m. 

Where: 701 South Franklin St., Denver

The Deets: Lace up your sneakers for the annual Sketchers Hot Chocolate Run. Choose from a 5k, 10k and 15k run that all end with a steaming cup of hot chocolate. Runners will have access to a post-race party filled with fondue, finisher’s medals and cozy vibes. Sign up here, starting at $73.95.

La Mesa Lunar: Dia De Los Meurtos Dinner

When: October 7 at 6 p.m. and October 8 at 7 p.m.  

Where: Toro Denver,150 Clayton Ln. STE B, Denver and Tamayo Denver, 1400 Larimer St., Denver

The Deets: Chef Richard Sandoval hosts not one, but two La Mesa Lunar: Dia De Los Muertos Dinners. With one dinner experience at Toro Denver and the other at Tamayo Denver, both offer an intimate meal for guests through moon-phase-inspired cocktails and a three-course tasting menu. Tickets are priced at $80 per person.

Great American Beer Festival

When: October 9-11

Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., Denver

The Deets: The Great American Beer Festival returns to Denver with four days of beer-centric fun. Festival goers will have access to multiple activations, entertainment and unlimited samples of beer to keep the fun going. Tickets start at $85.

Pumpkin Festival at Chatfield Farms

When: October 10-12

Where: Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms, 8500 Deer Creek Canyon Rd., Littleton

The Deets: Need to pick up a pumpkin for your fall decor? The Pumpkin Festival at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms is the perfect place to do so. The festival offers a 10-acre pumpkin patch, live music, and of course, the perfect photo ops to celebrate fall. Get tickets here, starting at $10 for members and $12 for non-members. 

Bellview Station Fall Bazaar

When: October 11 at 12 p.m. 

Where: Bellview Station, 4959 S. Newport St., Denver

The Deets: Shop from over 60 local makers at the Bellview Station Fall Bazaar. Bazaar goers can also take part in yoga, listen to live music and enter their furry friends in a Dog Costume Contest. The event is free to attend. RSVP here.

Choctoberfest

When: October 11 at 11 a.m. 

Where: Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E. Quincy Ave., Aurora

The Deets: Satisfy your sweet tooth at Chocotoberfest. Colorado Chocolate Festival’s take on Oktoberfest presents a day filled with chocolate and cheese, with thousands of delectables to choose from. The event also features chocolate bingo, cheese rolling, contests and more. Tickets start at $10.

DenverFright: Tales of Strange and Unusual with Denverite

When: October 21 & October 22 at 7 p.m.

Where: The Bug Theatre, 3654 Navajo St., Denver 

The Deets: The Bug Theatre presents DenverFright: Tales of Strange and Unusual with Denverite. Listen to local storytellers spin tales of terror and peculiarity, all with connections to Colorado’s history and mythos. Tickets are priced at $13.

Night of the Living Drag at Ambler 

When: October 24 from 7-10 p.m.

Where: Ambler, 1801 Wewatta St, Denver, CO 80202

The Deets: With drag performances, themed food and drink specials, pop-ups and a costume contest, local drag queens are taking over Ambler for a spooktacular evening. Night of the Living Drag will include performances from queens Rhea Listik, Esmie Amour, La Diabla, Gila Moonstar, L’Strang and Tank, along with spooky specials include ‘Witching Hour’ a cosmic twist on an espresso martini and the ‘Graveyard Mousse,’ Ambler’s famous chocolate mousse with cookie crumble and topped with gummy worms. Costumes are encouraged, and reservations are recommended.